Former President Trump’s White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has filed an emergency request with the Supreme Court asking for his immediate release from federal prison.
Navarro and his attorneys argued that he should be released pending an appeal, according to the filing.
“There is no question that Dr. Navarro poses no flight risk or danger to public safety if released.” [sic] Pending appeal,” the Supreme Court filing states.
There is no timeline for when the judge will rule on the time-sensitive request.
Trump White House official Peter Navarro sentenced to 4 months in prison for violating subpoena on January 6th
Peter Navarro, an adviser to former President Donald Trump, speaks to reporters while surrounded by demonstrators after being found guilty of contempt of Congress at the E. Barrett Prettyman Courthouse in Washington, DC, on September 7, 2023. . (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
A federal appeals court yesterday rejected Navarro’s efforts to stay out of prison while he continues to challenge his conviction and sentence.
Former Trump aide Navarro found guilty of contempt for defying President Trump in January 6 subpoenas
He was ordered to report to a federal prison in Miami, Florida, by Tuesday.
Former Trump official Peter Navarro speaks to the media as he arrives at the federal courthouse in Washington, Thursday, January 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Navarro was found guilty by a jury last year of defying subpoenas for documents and testimony from the House Select Committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
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After refusing to comply with Congress’ request, the House held him in contempt and referred the matter to the U.S. attorney in Washington, D.C., for prosecution.
